New International Version He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way. New Living Translation He leads the humble in doing right, teaching them his way. English Standard Version He leads the humble in what is right, and teaches the humble his way. Berean Standard Bible He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. Berean Literal Bible He guides the humble ones in justice, and He teaches the humble ones His way. King James Bible The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way. New King James Version The humble He guides in justice, And the humble He teaches His way. New American Standard Bible He leads the humble in justice, And He teaches the humble His way. NASB 1995 He leads the humble in justice, And He teaches the humble His way. NASB 1977 He leads the humble in justice, And He teaches the humble His way. Legacy Standard Bible May He lead the humble in justice, And may He teach the humble His way. Amplified Bible He leads the humble in justice, And He teaches the humble His way. Berean Annotated Bible He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. Christian Standard Bible He leads the humble in what is right and teaches them his way. Holman Christian Standard Bible He leads the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. American Standard Version The meek will he guide in justice; And the meek will he teach his way. Contemporary English Version You lead humble people to do what is right and to stay on your path. English Revised Version The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way. GOD'S WORD® Translation He leads humble people to do what is right, and he teaches them his way. Good News Translation He leads the humble in the right way and teaches them his will. International Standard Version He will guide the humble to justice; he will teach the humble his way. NET Bible May he show the humble what is right! May he teach the humble his way! New Heart English Bible He will guide the humble in justice. He will teach the humble his way. Webster's Bible Translation The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. World English Bible He will guide the humble in justice. He will teach the humble his way. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHe causes the humble to tread in judgment, "" And teaches the humble His way. Berean Literal Bible He guides the humble ones in justice, and He teaches the humble ones His way. Young's Literal Translation He causeth the humble to tread in judgment, And teacheth the humble His way. Smith's Literal Translation He will cause the humble to trend in judgment, and he will teach the humble the way. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe will guide the mild in judgment: he will teach the meek his ways. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible He guides the humble in righteousness, and teaches the humble his way. New Revised Standard Version He leads the humble in what is right, and teaches the humble his way. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe will guide the meek in judgment, and he will teach the poor his way. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he leads the meek in judgment and teaches the poor his way. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917He guideth The humble in justice; And He teacheth the humble His way. Brenton Septuagint Translation The meek will he guide in judgment: the meek will he teach his ways. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context To You I Lift Up My Soul…8Good and upright is the LORD; therefore He shows sinners the way. 9He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. 10All the LORD’s ways are loving and faithful to those who keep His covenant and His decrees.… Cross References He guides the humble in what is right Psalm 23:3 He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name. Isaiah 30:21 And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: “This is the way. Walk in it.” Proverbs 3:34 He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble. and teaches them His way. Psalm 27:11 Teach me Your way, O LORD, and lead me on a level path, because of my oppressors. Psalm 32:8 I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will give you counsel and watch over you. Isaiah 2:3 And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. James 1:5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Matthew 11:29 Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Isaiah 57:15 For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite. James 4:6 But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” 1 Peter 5:5 Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” Isaiah 66:2 Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word. Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Proverbs 11:2 When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom. Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God? Treasury of Scripture The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way. meek Psalm 22:26 The meek shall eat and be satisfied: they shall praise the LORD that seek him: your heart shall live for ever. Psalm 76:9 When God arose to judgment, to save all the meek of the earth. Selah. Psalm 147:6 The LORD lifteth up the meek: he casteth the wicked down to the ground. guide Psalm 23:3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Psalm 32:8,9 I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye… Psalm 73:24 Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory. his way Psalm 119:35 Make me to go in the path of thy commandments; for therein do I delight. John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Acts 9:2 And desired of him letters to Damascus to the synagogues, that if he found any of this way, whether they were men or women, he might bring them bound unto Jerusalem. Jump to Previous Causeth Clear Guide Guides Guideth Humble Judgment Justice Leads Meek Poor Right Spirit Teach Teaches Teacheth Tread Upright WayJump to Next Causeth Clear Guide Guides Guideth Humble Judgment Justice Leads Meek Poor Right Spirit Teach Teaches Teacheth Tread Upright WayPsalm 25 1. David's confidence in prayer7. He prays for remission of sins 16. and for help in affliction He guides the humble in what is right The Lord leads those who recognize their dependence on Him and submit to His authority. Humility rejects self-reliance and receives God’s judgment as true. He directs such people in righteous conduct, preserving them from the paths shaped by pride, sin, and false judgment. Psa 23:3 He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths… and teaches them His way. God instructs the humble to live according to His will, commandments, and standards of righteousness. His way is not merely information but a course of life marked by obedience and trust. Those who receive His correction grow in wisdom and learn to walk faithfully before Him. Psa 27:11 Teach me Your way, O LORD, and lead me on a level path… Persons / Places / Events 1. David- The author of Psalm 25, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep relationship with God and his authorship of many psalms. He often sought God's guidance and wisdom. 2. The Humble - This refers to those who are meek and lowly in spirit, willing to submit to God's will and guidance. In the Hebrew text, the word used is "anavim," which emphasizes humility and gentleness. 3. God - The central figure in this verse, God is portrayed as the guide and teacher of those who are humble, leading them in righteousness. Teaching Points The Importance of HumilityHumility is a prerequisite for divine guidance. To be led by God, one must first acknowledge their need for His direction and wisdom. God as the Ultimate Teacher God desires to teach us His ways, but we must be willing students. This requires a heart posture of openness and submission. Walking in Righteousness Being guided in what is right involves aligning our actions and decisions with God's standards, which are revealed through His Word. The Role of Prayer in Guidance Seeking God's guidance should be a regular part of our prayer life, asking Him to lead us in His truth and teach us His paths. The Blessing of Divine Guidance Those who are humble and seek God's guidance are blessed with the assurance that they are walking in His will, which brings peace and purpose. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 25:9?2. How can we cultivate humility to receive God's guidance as in Psalm 25:9? 3. What does "He guides the humble" teach about God's character and our response? 4. How does Psalm 25:9 connect with Proverbs 3:5-6 on divine guidance? 5. In what ways can we practice humility daily to align with Psalm 25:9? 6. How does Psalm 25:9 encourage us to trust God's path over our own? 7. How does Psalm 25:9 define humility in the context of divine guidance? 8. What is the significance of God guiding the humble in Psalm 25:9? 9. How does Psalm 25:9 relate to the broader theme of divine guidance in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 25? Verse 9. - The meek will he guide in judgment. It is only such sinners as are "meek" - i.e.. humble, submissive, contrite, teachable - that God will take in hand and teach. The proud and perverse he will leave to their own devices, but the meek he will guide in the paths of righteousness, and the meek will he teach his way. Psalm 25:9 assures believers that the Lord personally leads teachable, humble hearts into what is morally right, all while instructing them in His singular, life-giving way. His guidance and teaching are inseparable benefits for those who bow before Him, guaranteeing both direction for today and confidence for eternity. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew He guidesיַדְרֵ֣ךְ (yaḏ·rêḵ) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect Jussive - third person masculine singular Strong's 1869: To tread, to walk, to string a, bow the humble עֲ֭נָוִים (‘ă·nā·wîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6035: Poor, afflicted, humble, meek in what is right בַּמִּשְׁפָּ֑ט (bam·miš·pāṭ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style and teaches וִֽילַמֵּ֖ד (wî·lam·mêḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3925: To exercise in, learn them עֲנָוִ֣ים (‘ă·nā·wîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6035: Poor, afflicted, humble, meek His way. דַּרְכּֽוֹ׃ (dar·kōw) Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action Additonal Resources Psalm 25:9 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 25:9 Bible Gateway Psalm 25:9 Bible.com Psalm 25:9 NIV |
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